Nevada § 179.213 - Forfeiture of bail
Full text of Nevada Nevada Revised Statutes § 179.213 — Forfeiture of bail, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 179.213. Forfeiture of bail
If the prisoner is admitted to bail, and fails to appear and surrender according to
the conditions of the prisoner’s bond, the judge, or magistrate by proper order, shall
declare the bond forfeited and order the prisoner’s immediate arrest without warrant
if the prisoner is within this state. Recovery may be had on such bond in the name of the State as in the case of other
bonds given by the accused in criminal proceedings within this state.
Source: official Nevada text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Nevada § 179.213
What does Nevada Revised Statutes § 179.213 cover?
Section 179.213 ("Forfeiture of bail") is part of the Nevada Revised Statutes, the codified statutory law of Nevada. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Nevada § 179.213?
A common citation format is "Nevada Revised Statutes § 179.213" (Nevada). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Nevada law?
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How does Nevada § 179.213 apply to my situation?
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